To Contact Trina Nestibo and Team: E-mail: trinanestibo@gmail.com
Influences
Trina was raised listening to old country tunes and the weather channel with her father and doo-wop, classical and gospel with her mother.
Some influences over the years:
Emmylou Harris, James Taylor, Lucinda Williams, John Prine, Joni Mitchell, Gordon Lightfoot, Kim Barlow, Tori Amos, Liz Phair, Allison Krauss, Beth Orton, Natalie Merchant, Bonnie Raitt..... and countless other talented artists and mentors.
"Trina Nestibo takes the inspiration for her songs from the wide open spaces and tight-knit communities she grew up with in rural Manitoba; she delivers them with a high degree of polish and musical sophistication -- and a warm, magnetic presence on stage." Katherine, Duncan, Host, Producer, CBC Radio Music
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With gusto, Trina Nestibo is emerging on the Canadian folk-roots scene as a respected artist delivering a fresh new sound that’s attracting listeners far and wide. Trina’s spirited music infuses flavours of rock, soul, country and blues creating a sound that is truly her own. She writes meaningful songs about real life and real experiences, drawing on her prairie roots, love for simple pleasures and flat-out appreciation for life. Gritty. Ethereal. Soulful. Trina’s signature voice is truly an instrument unto itself. At home on the stage, this no-nonsense woman captures listeners instantly with her heartfelt honesty and story-telling, and contagious energy. Trina accompanies herself skillfully on acoustic guitar, squeezebox and piano, with her bare feet stomping every step of the way.
“Sings her truth with the poise and graceful confidence of a seasoned songbird.”
David Ward, CKUA, Afternoon Edition ................................................
Hardly a newcomer to the music scene, Trina Nestibo has been crooning soulful tunes since childhood. With twenty years of classical piano training, post-secondary studies in voice, an appearance at Carnegie Hall with the Brandon University Chamber Ensemble, a Bachelor's Degree in Music Therapy and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology under her belt - it's clear that Trina is dedicated to her musical career... ...
In March 2009, Trina performed at the Engineered Air Theatre in Calgary’s Epcor Centre as part of the prestigious annual Alberta Music Series, which was played nation-wide across CBC Radio and broadcast throughout Alberta on CBC Television. Throughout her career, she has also appeared on stages at venues and events such as: The Neil Young Tribute Show, Lilac Festival, Mountain View Music Festival, Edge of the World Festival, Atlin Summer Music Festival, South Country Fair, as well as the Rocky Mountain, Full Moon and Northern Lights Folk Clubs in Calgary & Edmonton, AB. She has shared stages with the Wailin’ Jennys, Pied Pumpkin, Steve Pineo, Brock Zeman, Charlie Hase, Tim Leacock, Dan Walsh, Mel Wilson, Kit Johnson, John Hyde and others too numerous to mention. On the side, she freelances musically - playing squeezebox with folkabilly band Bryan Bayley & The Circus (www.bbcircus.ca), leads children's music programs and songwriting workshops.
Trina has been touring extensively throughout Canada’s western provinces since proudly and independently releasing her solo debut album, "Someday: So Far" (October, 2008). Nestibo's album is receiving regional and national recognition and radio play, and her sophomore release is presently in the works... she'll be working with Western Canadian Music Awards Nominee Rob Smith (Engineer of The Year 2009) again at Rocky Mountain Studios in Calgary in early 2010 with plans for an autumn release.
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Trina's debut album: 'Someday: So Far' is available on-line through Western Canada's on-line music store, Kerf Music and through Itunes.
Additionally, 'Someday: So Far' is available for purchase at the following retail outlets: Megatunes in Calgary, Red Cat Records in Vancouver and Lady of the Lake in Brandon, Manitoba.
Hey Trina, thanks again for the add. I really enjoyed your show at the mountain view music festival in Carstairs a while back and when you sang with Heather Blush at her CD release party at the Ironwood. Keep in touch and let me know next time your playing the ironwood!
Trina, I really enjoyed hearing you play last night, and it was great to meet you. You defently gave me new ideas for some songs. I loe your style! hope to hear you again soon. britt
Hey Trina... beautiful stuff! I will definitely keep an eye out for you. You're headed to Lady of the Lake?? Great spot for sure. Thanks for reaching out... I look forward to our paths crossing! Warmly, Sheena
I remember you, Trina! Thanks for finding us on here. Have fun at MIkey's and say hi to the gang. We're not sure when we'll be back in Calgary but we'll stay in touch for sure. Best wishes and happy Tuesday! Ry Perp